[Issue Closed] My TM Racing SMX 530 F only works with valet key - programming issue?

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Crazycat
Member since August 2022 • 41 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my TM Racing SMX 530 F - help?

Posted on February 22, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 551 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the TM Racing SMX 530 F. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 23, 2025

Replies (4)

Electriceel
Member • 17 posts

Appreciate any advice—my TM Racing SMX 530 F won’t recognize the key.

February 23, 2025 Reply
Rustyshack
Member • 102 posts

I tried this with my TM Racing SMX 530 F but still no luck. Any suggestions?

February 24, 2025 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 131 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my TM Racing SMX 530 F, following this thread.

February 25, 2025 Reply
Electric
Member • 149 posts

Worked for someone with a TM Racing SMX 530 F? Need to hear it!

February 26, 2025 Reply

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